What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse position at Interventional Pain Institute, LLC?
Position Description:
At Interventional Pain Management, we are seeking an experienced, organized, and clinically confident Registered Nurse (RN) to support our Practice on a part-time basis. This role will serve as a key clinical leader for ongoing patient care, nurse triage, procedural coordination, and advanced pain management services.
Primary Responsibilities:
Nurse Phone Line & Ongoing Patient Care (Primary Function)
- Serve as the primary clinical contact for patients via a dedicated nurse phone line.
- Respond to patient questions related to day-to-day pain management, including medication use, refills, symptom changes, visit follow-up, and care coordination.
- Provide patient education, clinical guidance, and reassurance within RN scope of practice.
- Identify red-flag symptoms and escalate or intervene appropriately.
- Document all patient communications accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR).
Procedural & Post-Procedure Patient Support
- Address patient questions related to interventional pain procedures, including preparation, medication management, and recovery expectations.
- Assess post-procedure symptoms and escalate concerning findings to the provider.
- Coordinate with providers and clinic staff to ensure continuity of care.
Procedure Clearance Management & Diagnostic Support
- Manage and coordinate all medical clearances required for interventional pain procedures and surgeries. Obtain, review, and organize clearance documentation for anesthesia and procedures.
- Perform venipuncture (blood draws) as required.
- Perform EKGs, provide preliminary reads with proper training, and escalate abnormal findings to the provider for final interpretation.
- Coordinate with external providers including primary care, cardiology, pulmonology, endocrinology, and other specialists.
- Ensure all required documentation is completed and documented prior to procedures.
Intrathecal Pain Pump Management (RN-Specific)
- Perform intrathecal pain pump refills per provider orders and clinic protocols. Monitor patients during and after refills for safety.
- Manage intrathecal pain pump medication ordering, inventory, and documentation. Communicate pump-related concerns to the provider.
Documentation & Administrative Nursing Support
- Complete and manage FMLA, disability forms, handicap placards, and other medical documentation.
- Support care coordination and clinical workflows.
Qualifications:
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license (State of Louisiana or eligible).
- Experience in outpatient, procedural, or specialty clinics.
- Strong clinical assessment and communication skills.
Preferred Experience:
- Pain management or interventional experience.
- Experience with intrathecal pain pumps.
- Nurse triage experience.
- Spanish fluency is considered an exceptional asset and will be given strong consideration.